Ford Escape: Engine / Removal and Installation - Crankshaft Front Seal

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

	303-096 (T74P-6150-A) Installer, Camshaft Front Oil Seal TKIT-2009TC-F
	303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal TKIT-1992-FH/FMH/FLMH TKIT-1993-LMH/MH
	303-507 Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDC TKIT-2001N-FLM TKIT-2001N-ROW

Removal

1. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
   Refer to: Crankshaft Pulley (303-01C Engine, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Install the old crankshaft pulley bolt.
   

1. NOTE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.

   Using the special tool, remove and discard the crankshaft front seal.
   Use Special Service Tool: 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH)  Remover, Crankshaft Seal. , 303-507  Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDC.

1. Remove and discard the crankshaft pulley bolt.
   

Installation

1. NOTE: Component(s) must be lubricated with clean engine oil.

   NOTE: Remove the through-bolt from the Camshaft Front Oil Seal Installer.

   Using the special tool, lubricate and install the crankshaft front seal.
   Refer to: Specifications (303-01C Engine, Specifications).
   Use Special Service Tool: 303-096 (T74P-6150-A)  Installer, Camshaft Front Oil Seal.

1. Road test the vehicle.